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/Sounds like "ey" (rhymes with "hey")/

A Chicano and Mexican informal affirmation that works like "yes," "yeah," or "that's right." It's a natural phonetic contraction of the approving "eh," and it's used in quick responses to questions where you don't need to elaborate. "Vamos?" "Ey." "Todo bien?" "Ey." It sounds casual, relaxed, and not particularly interested in explaining. It marks trust between speaker and listener: you only drop it on people who already know how you roll.

Example

"¿Ya llegaste a la casa? Ey, ya estoy aquí. → You home yet? Yeah, I'm here."

"Ey, ya me avisó. → Yep, he already let me know."

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A thick, complex sauce made with chiles, chocolate, spices, and dozens of other ingredients. It's one of Mexico's most iconic dishes, representing centuries of culinary tradition in every bite.